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Boasting a rooftop pool and sea views, Petronella Suites Apartment @ Jesselton Quay is situated in Kota Kinabalu. Featuring a lift, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. The apartment also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

The family-friendly restaurant at the apartment specialises in Italian cuisine, and is open for dinner and lunch.

It’s really cozy and very comfortable.

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9.1
Superb
44 reviews
Price from
462 lei
per night

Offering a vast selection of international cuisines, such as Japanese, Western, Malaysian and Oriental cuisine restaurants, this resort also offers a beachside bar and a music lounge for a relaxing drink.

The food, activities, room, amenities, the beach, the ambiance, the pool, the jetskis haha, everything pretty much.

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8.8
Fabulous
1,659 reviews
Price from
682 lei
per night

Surrounded by landscaped gardens and spacious outdoor pools, The Magellan Sutera Resort features tastefully decorated guest rooms and suites in Kota Kinabalu. This luxury resort is a short distance away from Sutera Harbour Marina and Sutera Harbour Golf & Country Club. Free WiFi is accessible in all areas and free parking is provided for guests who drive.

We were very happy about the fact that we had a beach. The usage of the other hotels within this resort was allowed - that was amazing! Great gym and the rooms were pretty big. Excellent!

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8.4
Very good
1,542 reviews
Price from
610 lei
per night

Boasting 6 dining options, an exclusive Chi, The Spa and an outdoor pool with water jets, Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu offers luxury beachfront accommodation in Tanjung Aru. Set 7 km from Kota Kinabalu, it features free WiFi throughout and free parking is provided.

This was an excellent family vacation. Great Service, great personnel, great location.

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8.8
Fabulous
3,252 reviews
Price from
842 lei
per night

Featuring 3-star accommodation, Kokol Haven Resort is situated in Kota Kinabalu, 15 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 11 km from Likas City Mosque. 15 km from Gaya Street (Sunday Market), the property is also 15 km away from Karamunsing Capital.

Instagrammable place ! Beautiful views

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8.1
Very good
191 reviews
Price from
318 lei
per night

Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Manukan Island boasts a private beach overlooking the South China Sea. It features an outdoor pool, spacious villas and suites.

Offering direct access to the beach, every unit is air-conditioned and comes with a flat-screen TV. Guests enjoy beach view from the private terraces. A dining area and a kitchen are provided in some units. The en suite bathroom comes with free toiletries and a shower.

This trip is totally out of my expectation, the staff is friendly and efficient, and the food is good. I am impressed by the service. The room is clean and comfortable as well, will definitely come back again!

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8.4
Very good
249 reviews
Price from
978 lei
per night

Boasting an Olympic sized swimming pool and 5 dining options, The Pacific Sutera offers easy access to Sutera Harbour Golf & Country Club. Free WiFi is accessible throughout and for guests who drive, free parking is available.

Food was phenomenal. Could not fault any of it. Staff were very friendly and willing to try assist where possible. Rooms were well kept and comfortable.

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8.5
Very good
919 reviews
Price from
528 lei
per night

JQ Citypads by Golden Stay is a recently renovated aparthotel in Kota Kinabalu, where guests can makes the most of its rooftop pool, free WiFi, water sports facilities and fitness centre. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.6 km from Filipino Market Sabah. The accommodation offers a lift and full-day security for guests.

At the aparthotel, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner, lunch and brunch and serves Chinese cuisine.

my kid like the bunk bed and the couch bed.

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8.5
Very good
10 reviews
Price from
202 lei
per night

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, city view and a patio, Petronella Apartment C1 Marina Court is located in Kota Kinabalu. There is an on-site restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The accommodation provides a lift and full-day security for guests.

Perfect localization, walk distance to all places in KK. Helpfull owner, lot of space, well equiped. Verry recomended.

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8.2
Very good
77 reviews
Price from
588 lei
per night

Featuring a year-round outdoor pool, a sauna and a spa centre, 5 Bedrooms Penthouse 3 Bedrooms Apartment Marina Court Resort Condominium is located in Kota Kinabalu, 700 metres from Filipino Market Sabah and 3.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village. Boasting a lift, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The apartment provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi.

While entering into the Marina Court it was looking so old. However this penthouse flat is very well maintained. Property looks nice and cosy. Around 13 People can be easily accommodated. Mr Denis is so helpful when I requested he guided me the local travel agent Mr Elwyn, who has well organised my day tour requirements. I recommend this place for big family or friends gatherings.

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8.7
Fabulous
23 reviews
Price from
298 lei
per night

Most booked hotels in Kota Kinabalu in the past month

  • Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,659 reviews

    Set amidst a nature reserve overlooking the South China Sea, Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu features relaxing stays in elegantly furnished guest rooms.

    Amazing Hotel, everything was perfect and we even got an Upgrade.

  • The Magellan Sutera Resort
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,542 reviews

    Surrounded by landscaped gardens and spacious outdoor pools, The Magellan Sutera Resort features tastefully decorated guest rooms and suites in Kota Kinabalu.

    Beautiful resort with exceptional customer service.

  • Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,251 reviews

    Boasting 6 dining options, an exclusive Chi, The Spa and an outdoor pool with water jets, Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu offers luxury beachfront accommodation in Tanjung Aru.

    Staffs were very kind and rooms were very clean with nice view

  • Kokol Haven Resort
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 191 reviews

    Featuring 3-star accommodation, Kokol Haven Resort is situated in Kota Kinabalu, 15 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 11 km from Likas City Mosque. 15 km from Gaya Street (Sunday Market), the property...

    The weather, the view, clean room, friendly staff.

  • Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 249 reviews

    Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Manukan Island boasts a private beach overlooking the South China Sea. It features an outdoor pool, spacious villas and suites.

    Loungers on private beach. Lovely villa. Great staff.

  • The Pacific Sutera
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 919 reviews

    Boasting an Olympic sized swimming pool and 5 dining options, The Pacific Sutera offers easy access to Sutera Harbour Golf & Country Club.

    I like the facilities provided, the friendly staff.

  • Borneo Eagle Resort
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1 review

    Located in Pulau Tiga, Borneo Eagle Resort offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu.

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Resorts that guests love in Kota Kinabalu

  • From 1,011.80 lei per night
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 273 reviews
    The beach is beautiful and clean, the whole resort and gardens are immaculate. The staff are very friendly and helpful and it's a very family friendly resort. The only activities we did was kayaking in the lagoon and a cooking class which were both fun. The perfect place for some downtime and proper relaxation, especially a drink on the beach at sunset.
    Patrick
    Australia
  • From 1,011.80 lei per night
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 273 reviews
    Beautiful setting and nature around. Beautiful beach. Huge resort and well looked after. Rooms are big and comfortable beds. Good water pressure and plenty of hot water. Staff are helpful and friendly. Drinking water supplied (however in single use plastic bottles). Overall comfortable stay by the beach and good place to relax for a few days.
    Maria
    New Zealand
  • From 1,077.74 lei per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 249 reviews
    Hill top lodges were amazing. Clean, spacious, leads right onto the private beach. Also far enough from the day tourists to feel separate. Cheaper than other resorts in these islands.
    Charlotte
    United Kingdom
  • From 994.08 lei per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,659 reviews
    Clean and comfortable resort, got a free upgrade to a sea view room which was nice. Buffet breakfast was good with wide selection. Laslie the guide had lots of good stories and pointed out some cool wildlife.
    Lorna
    United Kingdom
  • From 1,277.49 lei per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,251 reviews
    Room was big and clean. Staff was really nice and this is the reason I am not giving a 2 to this property. They wanted to help but the way this place in manged and the set up makes it impossible to called it a resort.
    Ivan
    United States
  • From 994.08 lei per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,659 reviews
    Great location resort 🌅beautiful view to sunset. Very friendly stuff, really good adapted swimming zones for kids from 1 y.old, clean beach 🏖 comfortable for jogging 🏃‍♀️ delicious breakfast and meals🤤
    З
    Зоя
    Russia
  • From 994.08 lei per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,659 reviews
    Lovely friendly staff. Wonderful food. We have stayed many times at this resort.
    Jan
    Australia
  • From 483.89 lei per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,273 reviews
    Great location right on the waterfront. The pool was fantastic, quiet and peaceful. The bedroom was pure luxury and the staff just faultless in their efforts and their friendliness. The breakfast buffet had so much to offer and the rooftop bar was a fantastic addition! Rocky Kong was so cheerful and helpful with arranging trips for us! Thank you for an amazing stay!
    Mercedes
    United Kingdom
  • From 227.69 lei per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 60 reviews
    the accommodation is clean and luxury
    Dominik
    Malaysia
  • From 994.08 lei per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,659 reviews
    food was delicious (even buffets) staff was very nice family resort but quite for adults beach and sea very nice concierge staff very professional .. thank you
    Pauline
    France

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